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Travel Insurance for Greece from India Online, Starting ₹515
All set to discover Greece?
But have you considered how you will protect yourself from financial liabilities arising from unforeseen situations during your trip? For instance, what do you do if you encounter an accident on your journey or lose your wallet and all your cash? Things can get dire in this scenario.
That is why availing Greece travel insurance policy is the best bet before your trip to Greece commences. With comprehensive coverage for all the unforeseen problems that can arise during your trip, a travel insurance policy makes for the best financial safeguard.
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Is Travel Insurance Mandatory for Greece?
Yes, travel insurance is mandatory when traveling to Greece. Greece is a Schengen country, so you must have valid travel insurance to acquire a Schengen visa for Indians.
What is the Cost of Travel Insurance for Greece from India?
A $50,000 Greece Travel insurance plan from India for 4 days for 1 adult starts from ₹515 (excluding GST).
Greece Visa for Indian Passport Holders
Greece is a beautiful nation with numerous islands and vast coastlines, thus making it a dream destination for many. However, you must do more than travel to this country. For this purpose, you will require a Greece visa. It enables the holder to stay in Greece for a specified period, carry out activities, and engage.
What’s Great About International Travel Insurance by Digit?
Greece Travel Insurance Plans that fit your needs
Basic Option
Offers coverages for the most common mishaps that can be encountered on an international trip.
Comfort Option
This plan not only covers you for the most common mishaps on your trip but also keeps you protected from each hiccup, so your trip goes just how it should!
Basic Option
Comfort Option
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Emergency Accidental Treatment & Evacuation Accidents occur at the most unexpected times. Unfortunately, we can’t save you there, but we can surely help you get the best treatment. We cover you for immediate medical treatment that results in hospitalization. |
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Emergency Medical Treatment & Evacuation God forbid if you fall ill during your trip in an unknown country, don’t panic! We will take care of your treatment costs. We will cover you for expenses like hospital room rent, operation theatre charges, etc. |
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Personal Accident We hope this cover is never required. But for any accident during the trip, resulting in death or a disability, this benefit is there for support. |
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Daily Cash Allowance (Per day/Max 5 days) When on a trip, you manage your cash efficiently. And we do not want you to shell out anything extra for emergencies. So, when you are hospitalized, you get a fixed daily cash allowance per day, to manage your daily expenses. |
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Accidental Death & Disability While this cover has everything like the emergency accidental treatment cover, it has one extra layer of protection. It also covers death & disability while boarding, de-boarding or are inside the flight (Touchwood!). |
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Emergency Dental Treatment If you encounter acute pain or meet with an accidental injury to your teeth on the trip, resulting in emergency dental treatment provided by a medical practitioner, we will cover you for the expenses incurred due to the treatment. |
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Smooth transit covers |
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Trip Cancellation If unfortunately, your trip gets cancelled, we cover the pre-booked, non-refundable expenses of your trip. |
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Common Carrier Delay If your flight gets delayed by more than a certain time limit, you get the benefit amount, no questions asked! |
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Delay of Checked-in Baggage Waiting at the conveyor belt is annoying, we know! So, if your checked-in baggage is delayed for more than 6 hours, you get the benefit amount, no questions asked! |
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Total loss of Checked-in Baggage The last thing that can happen on a trip is your baggage getting lost. But if something like this happens, you get the benefit amount for the entire baggage getting permanently lost. If two out three bags are lost, you get a proportional benefit, i.e. 2/3rd of the benefit amount. |
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Missed Connection Missed the flight? Don’t worry! We will pay for extra accommodation and travel needed to reach the next destination shown on your ticket/itinerary if, you miss a pre-booked onward flight because of a delay in the flight. |
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Flexible Trip |
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Loss of Passport The worst thing to happen in an unknown land is to lose your passport or visa. If something like this happens, we reimburse the expenses, if it is lost, stolen or damaged while you are outside of your country. |
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Emergency Cash If on a bad day, all your money is stolen, and you need emergency cash, this cover will come to your rescue. |
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Emergency Trip Extension We don’t want our vacations to end. But we don’t want to stay in a hospital too! If due to an emergency during your trip, you need to lengthen your stay, we will reimburse the cost of hotel extensions and return flight rescheduling. The emergency could be a natural calamity in your travel area or an emergency hospitalization. |
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Trip Abandonment In case of emergency, If you had to return home early from your trip, that would be really sad. We can’t fix that but we will cover charges for alternate travel arrangements and non-refundable travel costs like accommodation, planned events and excursion expenses. |
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Personal Liability & Bail Bond Due to an unfortunate incident, if there are any legal charges against you while you are travelling, we will pay for it. |
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Coverage option suggested above is only indicative and is based on market study and experience. You may opt for any additional coverages as per your requirement. Please call us at 1800-258-5956 in case you want to opt for any other coverages or wish to know further details.
To read about the policy in detail please click here.
With us, get access to VIP claims
After you buy our international travel insurance for Greece, you live tension free as we have a 3-step, completely digital claims process!
Step 1
Give us a call at 1800-258-5956 (if in India) or drop a missed call & we’ll call back in 10 mins.
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Upload the required documents & your bank account details, on the link sent.
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We’ll take care of the rest!
How to Buy Travel Insurance for Greece with Digit?
Step 1
On the Digit app or website, select the geography/country, number of travellers and date of birth, and click ‘View Prices.’
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Select the plan, sum insured, and click ‘Continue.’
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Next, fill in your personal and nominee details, complete health declaration, click ‘Pay Now’ and complete the payment.
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You’re done! The policy document will be sent to you via email, SMS, and WhatsApp. You can also access it 24/7 on the Digit App.
Why Choose Digit for Greece Travel Insurance Policy from India?
- Loss of Baggage and Personal Belongings - If you lose your stuff during your trip due to theft, robbery, etc., and we will compensate you after deducting depreciation.
- Personal Liability & Bail Bond - It covers you for any amount that you pay to a third-party or the legal expenses incurred, due to an accident or damage during your trip.
- Medical treatment and evacuation exigencies - It is a cover for unexpected emergencies requiring hospitalization due to an illness or acute pain. We will pay reasonable charges as mentioned in your policy.
- Dental Treatment Emergency - Dental treatment provided by a dentist during your trip, due to an accidental injury or acute pain in your natural teeth is covered up to the limits shown on your policy schedule.
- Daily Cash Allowances - If during the trip, due to an accidental injury or an emergency medical treatment you are hospitalized and low on cash, you can use the daily allowances provided by Digit, up-to-the maximum number of nights as specified in the policy schedule.
Disclaimer: Your policy is subject to the terms and conditions mentioned in your policy schedule and the policy wording. It is important that you thoroughly review these documents before making any decisions.
What is Greece’s Official Currency?
Greece’s currency is the euro €. Each euro is divided into 100 cents. Euro banknotes are available in 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200, and 500 cents, and Coins are available in 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, and 50 coins.
As of 2nd August 2024, the currency exchange rates of the Euro are as follows:
Note: You cannot use any currencies other than Euro anywhere in Greece.
What is Greece Famous For?
Situated on the southern tip of the Balkan Peninsula, Greece is a country that needs no introduction. Located at the converging point of Europe, Asia, and Africa, Greece boasts one of the oldest civilizations, eventually shaping Western civilization. Visiting Greece is like traveling through time and looking into ancient cultures, not by centuries but by millennia.
Ancient Greece was one of the most developed civilizations in philosophy and art. As a result, modern Greece is famous for its historical sites and museums. However, it is also important that travellers to Greece take note of the natural beauty that is in abundance. From the depths of azure oceans to sky-high cliffs and cloud-grazing mountains, Greece offers scenic beauty for every type of tourist.
When is the Best Time to Visit Greece?
- April to mid-June: These are the months which constitute summer in Greece. The weather is warm and pleasant, it is best time to visit Greece.
- September to mid-October: These months constitute autumn in the country when tourists can enjoy the last vestiges of warm weather, before the country gears in for a cold and dark winter.
Safety Tips When Travelling to Greece
While the best travel insurance for Greece from Digit protects you adequately, keeping the following safety tips in mind can make your vacation even safer. These safety measures are discussed below in details.
- Carrying the Right Garment - While Greece is mostly sunny and suitable for light clothes, it is important you carry a few winter garments since some higher altitudes can be quite cool. Furthermore, it is important you have comfortable footwear which is suited for beach walks, and heavy shoes for trekking trips and cooler climates.
- Safe Driving is a Must - The roads in Greece are mostly meandering, carved through hillocks and uneven terrain. While Greece travel insurance protects you from the liabilities arising from an accident, it is vital to drive safely and slowly.
- Credit Cards are Not Functional in Greece - Greece has had a major downturn in the financial sector with its economy going down in shambles in the past few years. As a result, credit cards are not functional in Greece anymore, and you must carry your debit card and cash money.
- Safe Drinking Water - While tap water is safe in most of the Greek cities in mainland Greece, the water on the Greek Isles has a chance to be polluted and unclean. You should make it a point to avail packaged drinking water while on the Greek Isles.
- Scams in Greece - Practically every tourist destination on this planet has its own set of tourist scams that people should be aware of, and Greece is no exception.
List of Indian Consulates and Embassy in Greece
List of Airports in Greece
The following is the list of international and domestic airports in Greece:
The best travel insurance for Greece is a comprehensive policy that protects you from any problems during your trip. At Digit, we care about your safety and want you to travel worry-free. That’s why our international travel insurance plans offer great coverage at an affordable price.